| Education... BA, MA, to MD... Dr. Nandedkar, also known to her patients as Dr. Maithily Nandedkar-Thomas was born in Washington, DC. She completed her bachelor's degree in Fine Arts at the George Washington University in Washington, DC in 1988. She continues to be an avid photographer, illustrator and graphic artist. While completing her master's degree in Broadcast Journalism at the University of Maryland, she worked at W*USA-TV in Washington, DC. She then reported on -air for Cable News 21. Although she enjoyed journalism, Dr. Nandedkar decided that medicine better suited her long term personal goals. Dr. Nandedkar received her medical degree from Cornell University in 1999. She completed her internship at the Washington Hospital Center in 2000 and her dermatology residency at Howard University in 2003. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and is board certified in dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology. Research... Dr. Nandedkar performed research in cartilage and bone at the National Institutes of Health prior to attending medical school. Publications... Dr. Nandedkar has published several papers. Click above and right to see her latest peer-reviewed publications: Dr. Nandedkar considers herself to be more akin to a "family practice" dermatologist. She enjoys being able to provide care for every member of the family, from parents to grandparents to even the newest additions to the family...Kids are always welcome to her practice! Scroll below for more information about her... |
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| One on One... Dr. Nandedkar is often asked why she switched from journalism to medicine. She explains: "I am a 'people person'. As a journalist, I saw loads of folks, some needy, some not, but regardless I could not do anything for them. Observing, not interacting was my role. I suppose Mahatma Gandhi said it best...'Be the change you want to see in the world', That statement sort of sums up my reason for going to medical school. While I was in Medical School, I had a child with multiple medical problems, including autism. My husband and I had to take our son to see so many different types of doctors. Some treated us as people and some decidedly did not...but I suppose it was God's way of forcing me to know what it is like to be a patient. Because of these varied experiences, I make every attempt to understand my patients. Having meaningful interactions with them is for me the soul purpose and pleasure of medicine." |
General Medical Dermatologist...
No matter the age, she cares for her patient's total well being, not
just their skin disorder. She recognizes that how you feel about
yourself inside is reflected in your skin's texture and appearance.
Many skin complaints can be a manifestation of an internal
disorder and she will do her best to help you find the answers to
your skin-related questions. She can treat rashes, eczema, psoriasis,
acne, warts, molluscum and any other dermatologic complaint.
Cancer Surgeon...
In addition to being a general medical dermatologist, Dr.
Nandedkar is also a dermatologic surgeon, specializing in skin
cancer and pre-cancer excision as well as nail surgery. She is a
fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. She
places nearly all her sutures under the skin to minimize the
appearance of "railroad tracks" while leaving a thin line. Some
areas of the body, like the back and shoulder, despite the best
efforts of the most skilled surgeon, still result in "scar spread" due
to constant bending and movement. However, you can count on her
to try and minimize the appearance of the scar.
Cosmetic Surgeon...
Dr. Nandedkar is also a cosmetic surgeon.
She is well versed in many different cosmetic procedures from laser
treatment of blood vessels, BOTOX, Dysport, Restylane, true
dermabrasion for scars and scar revision, earlobe repair, ALA and
blue light, chemical peels and much more! She believes in
educating patients about the cosmetic options to maximize their
appearance without breaking their budget!
No matter the age, she cares for her patient's total well being, not
just their skin disorder. She recognizes that how you feel about
yourself inside is reflected in your skin's texture and appearance.
Many skin complaints can be a manifestation of an internal
disorder and she will do her best to help you find the answers to
your skin-related questions. She can treat rashes, eczema, psoriasis,
acne, warts, molluscum and any other dermatologic complaint.
Cancer Surgeon...
In addition to being a general medical dermatologist, Dr.
Nandedkar is also a dermatologic surgeon, specializing in skin
cancer and pre-cancer excision as well as nail surgery. She is a
fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. She
places nearly all her sutures under the skin to minimize the
appearance of "railroad tracks" while leaving a thin line. Some
areas of the body, like the back and shoulder, despite the best
efforts of the most skilled surgeon, still result in "scar spread" due
to constant bending and movement. However, you can count on her
to try and minimize the appearance of the scar.
Cosmetic Surgeon...
Dr. Nandedkar is also a cosmetic surgeon.
She is well versed in many different cosmetic procedures from laser
treatment of blood vessels, BOTOX, Dysport, Restylane, true
dermabrasion for scars and scar revision, earlobe repair, ALA and
blue light, chemical peels and much more! She believes in
educating patients about the cosmetic options to maximize their
appearance without breaking their budget!